Munsey Elementary vs West High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Munsey Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
663 students
West High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,159 students
| Measure | Munsey Elementary Bakersfield, California | West High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4674 of 5,693 | #1214 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #46342 of 50,301 | #15850 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 663 | 2,159 |
| Enrollment | 663 | 2,159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 91.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 13% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.5 vs 16.6).
- •Munsey Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 13%).
- •West High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Munsey Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.7% vs 91.1%).
- •Munsey Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 27.7).
- •West High is the larger school with 2,159 students compared with 663.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Munsey Elementary better than West High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Munsey Elementary and West High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Munsey Elementary: 663. West High: 2,159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Munsey Elementary and West High rank in California?
Munsey Elementary is 4674th of 5,693 and West High is 1214th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).